Early Childhood Centre Manager
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Build and Lead an Exceptional Early Learning Centre
Step into a childcare Centre Manager role where your leadership shapes an entire community. At Guardian, you’ll inspire your team, deliver exceptional early learning experiences, and cultivate a centre that children, families, and educators truly love. Your impact is recognised, supported, and celebrated every day.
Why Choose a Centre Manager Career With Guardian?
- Lead with confidence through Thrive, our operational excellence framework designed to strengthen teamwork, smooth daily routines, and empower confident, capable educators.
- Work in premium, well-resourced learning environments that support calm, purposeful days for both children and your team.
- Be part of a network that supports you to uphold quality and safety standards – with expert teams including Quality & Curriculum, Compliance & Safety, Marketing, Facilities, and People & Culture — so you never feel like you’re doing it alone.
A Curriculum that Elevates Your Centre
- Our best-in-sector To BE Me learning program gives your team clarity, consistency, and a shared language of learning that strengthens quality across every room.
- Engage your community confidently, knowing your centre is supported by cutting-edge, research-based learning approaches.
Career Growth, Training, National Support
- Be appreciated and recognised through Guardian’s strong culture of reward and celebration.
- Connect with a national community of Centre Managers through workshops, events, and leadership forums.
- Access Tribal Habits, our training and development platform with specialised leadership modules and AI-powered tools.
- Be celebrated at our annual Centre Leaders Day – an event created by Guardian, to recognise and uplifting our incredible leaders.
“I felt truly supported throughout my transition into the Centre Manager role. From the beginning, there were regular check-ins, open communication, and guidance that helped me feel confident and prepared. The structured support processes were invaluable, and I always felt my development was genuinely prioritised.” — Carrie, Centre Manager, Springfield, QLD
Centre Manager – Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Centre Manager do at Guardian Childcare?
A Centre Manager at Guardian leads the daily operations of an early learning centre, guiding educators, supporting families, and ensuring high-quality early learning every day. In this early childhood centre manager role, you’ll oversee staffing, enrolments, compliance, and centre culture — all while being backed by expert support teams who help you lead a childcare centre with confidence.
What qualifications do I need to become a Centre Manager?
Most childcare Centre Manager jobs require a Diploma or Bachelor qualification in Early Childhood Education, along with experience in early childhood leadership or a similar role. Guardian also welcomes emerging leaders ready to step into childcare leadership roles, offering strong training and transition support.
What makes Guardian a great place to work as a Centre Manager?
Guardian offers premium environments, a sector-leading curriculum, and extensive support from national teams. As a centre manager childcare professional, you’ll benefit from our Thrive framework, ongoing development, and a culture that truly recognises your leadership in early learning centre management.
How does Guardian support Centre Managers in their career growth?
Centre Managers have access to leadership programs, specialised training through Tribal Habits, workshops, mentoring, and a thriving national community. Many progress into multi-site leadership, quality roles, or support office pathways — ideal for those building long-term early childhood education careers.
What curriculum will my educators use?
Guardian’s To BE Me curriculum provides a clear, consistent, and research-based learning approach. It supports high-quality early learning and gives educators a shared language that strengthens quality across every age group — helping every childcare centre manager lead with clarity and confidence.
How can I apply for Centre Manager roles at Guardian?
You can explore current childcare centre manager jobs on the Guardian website. New opportunities in early childhood leadership are added regularly for experienced leaders and those ready to step up.
